Group Fitness

The Student Wellness Complex offers a wide variety of Group Fitness classes to meet different fitness levels and different interests. A variety of classes are offered in the three dedicated group fitness rooms including: Yoga, Spin, Cardio Kickboxing, Zumba, Tabata, Crossprey Fit, Playground 10-20-30, and more. All classes are 55 minutes, unless specified on the schedule. If you enjoy the group atmosphere, there is a class waiting for you!

Classes Description

This
ballet-based class focuses in increasing flexibility, strength, and
balance without complicated choreography. Work on elongating your muscles and
increasing body awareness in this NEW fitness class.

This class is all about symmetry. You will utilize plyometrics, body weight calisthenics, and resistance and strength training to sculpt and tone your glutes, hamstrings, arms, and chest. Each week we will vary the routine to keep your body guessing in out circuit style class. Bring your towel and be ready to sweat in our timed intervals. All skill levels welcome!

(2nd floor) High-intensity class that pushes you to excel. Workouts may include timed rounds, high repetitions, and everything in-between. Crossprey Fit is limited to the first 15 people and will not allow late arrivals.

Come experience the dance evolution! This class incorporates movements from many different dance styles including: West African, Bollywood, Salsa, Isolation, Hip Hop, 80's, and many more. You won't be bored in this class. No dance experience required.

Based off the
tradition of ‘Hatha’ yoga, this class concentrates on uniting physical wellness
and mental well-being. Whether you are looking to gain flexibility or just take
a mental break from your day, this all-levels class is perfect for beginners.
With a focus on safe alignment, breath awareness, and deep stretching,
mind/body yoga is a sure way for relieving stress and acquiring a basic
knowledge of yoga.

This class is designed for a variety of levels from beginners to more advanced students to work side by side practicing solid fundamentals and classic yoga. Modifications will be introduced for complex poses so that beginners can work comfortably at their own level.

Come and experience the hottest most talked about fitness revolution. Pilates focuses on core strength, balance, and stability work to strengthen and tone all areas of the body by combining yoga and mat work.

(2nd floor) Come play on the new Synergy 360. Timed circuits of
functional training will test your endurance and strength with this
fundamentally challenging class. Do it for 10, 20, or 30 minutes. Your
choice, your challenge. This class is located on the fitness floor on
the big red ‘Playground.’ This class is limited to the first 15 people
and will not allow late arrivals.

(2nd floor) Enjoy the playground class, but want to focus on getting those washboard abs? This 30 minute timed circuit will focus on all areas of the core with some added cardio to enhance the abdominal muscles. This class is limited to the first 15 people and will not allow late arrivals.

An energizing, cardiovascular workout that focuses on strength, stamina, balance, and core. The heat we will build in this class will allow for better flexibility. Prepare to work hard and work up a sweat. Due to everyone's different strengths and weaknesses, modifications for postures are always offered. All levels welcome!

In this
peaceful yoga class you’ll be able to stretch tired muscles and move through
traditional yoga postures at a relaxed pace. Give your mind a break from studies
and work with guided breathing and relaxation practices. You’re sure to leave
the class relaxed and stress-free! No prior yoga experience is required. This
class is for all levels.

This class will
start with a 30-minute spin class to get your heart beating and your body
sweating. Class will transition into the Fitness Studio for a total body HIT
sesh! Lots of intervals, circuits, and more to expect in this NEW and FUN combo
class!

This high intensity circuit class utilizes kettle bells, dumbbells,
medicine balls, body weight calisthenics, and many other exercises to
keep the workouts interesting and different. All levels welcome, and all
levels will be challenged. Get back to the basics!

In this full hour sweat session, you will be challenged to perform exercises at the highest intensity for intervals of 20 seconds with 10 seconds of rest in between. Your whole body will be worked while increasing your aerobic and anaerobic capacities, resulting in more calories burned even hours after the workout. Get ready to give 100% in this class and see results FAST!

(2nd Floor) This 55 minute circuit class will incorporate high intensity stations around the playground where you will complete 8 rounds of 20 second intervals (4 minutes!) of each exercise before switching. This class is limited to the first 15 people and will not allow late arrivals.

Develop strength and endurance in your major muscle groups by using high repetitions of light to moderate weight in this fun workout. Be motivated by the great music and choose your resistance to gain toned, lean muscle mass.

Muscles feeling tight? Are you feeling stressed? This is a peaceful
yoga class that incorporates breathing techniques to free your mind and
center your body. Great for beginners! Mats will be provided.

High energy dance fitness featuring Latin and international rhythms including: salsa, merengue, hip hop, and much more. No dance experience necessary, just the desire to have tons of fun at an effective, exhilarating, calorie-burning fitness party.

Cost

Classes free to UNF students, full-time faculty, staff and Student Wellness Complex (SWC) members. Guest passes may be purchased at the Member Services desk at the SWC. A valid Osprey 1 Card must be scanned at the SWC front desk in order to participate.

Rules

Bring your Osprey 1 Card

Wear gym shoes with adequate support.

Bring a towel.

Drink plenty of water.

Have fun!

NOTE: If you have a known medical problem or if you are over the age of 35, it is recommended that you consult a physician before beginning an exercise program.

About the Instructors

The instructors go through a complete in-house training program that follows the guidelines set by the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). All instructors are certified by the American Red Cross in CPR and First Aid. Most are AFAA certified and some have specialty certifications.